Saree stories, styling & tradition

The Vastranand Journal

Styling guides, festive inspiration and the craft behind India's favourite sarees — from the Vastranand family to yours.

Banarasi vs Kanjivaram: Which Saree Should You Buy?
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Banarasi vs Kanjivaram: Which Saree Should You Buy?

Banarasi for ornate lightness and North Indian tradition, Kanjivaram for bold South Indian grandeur — here ...

Sep 3, 2026  ·  2 min read
8 Saree Colours to Flatter Every Indian Skin Tone
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8 Saree Colours to Flatter Every Indian Skin Tone

Choosing a saree colour is one of the most fun parts of festive shopping — but it can also be the most conf...

Sep 3, 2026  ·  6 min read
8 Sarees to Wear for Karva Chauth 2026 Celebrations
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8 Sarees to Wear for Karva Chauth 2026 Celebrations

Karva Chauth 2026 falls on 29th October, and if you are fasting for your husband this year, your saree dese...

Sep 2, 2026  ·  4 min read
9 Dussehra Sarees to Wear for Vijayadashami 2026
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9 Dussehra Sarees to Wear for Vijayadashami 2026

Vijayadashami is the day the drums get louder, the diyas come out early, and every wardrobe gets one last f...

Aug 31, 2026  ·  6 min read
9 Brocade Sarees for Timeless Wedding & Festive Elegance
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9 Brocade Sarees for Timeless Wedding & Festive Elegance

There is something quietly regal about a brocade saree. The raised, woven motifs catch the light differentl...

Aug 27, 2026  ·  5 min read
9 Kanjivaram Silk Sarees to Shine This Festive Season 2026
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9 Kanjivaram Silk Sarees to Shine This Festive Season 2026

There is a reason Kanjivaram silk sarees have stayed at the top of every South Indian bride's and every fes...

Aug 26, 2026  ·  6 min read
Best Sarees to Wear for Pongal: Pattu, Kanjivaram & Pochampally Styles
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Best Sarees to Wear for Pongal: Pattu, Kanjivaram & Pochampally Styles

  Best Sarees to Wear for Pongal: Pattu, Kanjivaram & Pochampally Styles Pongal is one of the most i...

Dec 22, 2025  ·  3 min read
The History of Kanjivaram Silk Sarees
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The History of Kanjivaram Silk Sarees

The Rich History of Kanjivaram Silk Sarees – Timeless Elegance from South India The Kanjivaram silk sarees,...

Jul 18, 2025  ·  2 min read